Boston Medical Center is Recruiting Birth Sisters
An innovative multicultural doula service that offers “sister-like” support during pregnancy, childbirth, and the post-partum period
Birth Sisters Recruitment Flyer
What does a Birth Sister do?
- Provides emotional support to patients during pregnancy, childbirth, and the first weeks of the post-partum period
- Helps connect patients to resources they need during and after their pregnancy
- Visits patients in their homes before and after delivery to provide education and support
What’s the benefit of being a Birth Sister?
- An exciting chance to help pregnant people at important points in their lives
- An entrance into reproductive health and healthcare as a profession
What kind of training is required?
- BMC trains all new Birth Sisters in all aspects of the role, including labor support, pre-natal and post-partum education, breastfeeding, and community resources
- Prior doula experience is not required
Who may be a good fit for the Birth Sister role?
Experience working Shared identities with Interest in healthcare in the community BMC patients and social justice
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Experience working in the community |
Shared identities with BMC patients |
Interest in healthcare and social justice |
| People who have served as community health workers | People who identify as BIPOC, immigrants, or multi-lingual | People who are passionate about public health, reproductive health, and racial and social justice |
How can I get involved?
If you’d like to learn more, please contact BMC’s Birth Sisters Program at birthsisters@bmc.org
“Thank you for being there in my time of need. I really appreciate it truly from the bottom of my heart because times like that it’s hard being alone… I’m sure if other women are in need of a friend, you will be there.”